Wilderness & Wildlife Coastal Eco-Adventures
Bluewater Adventures - Small Ship Nature Cruises in British Columbia & Southeast Alaska....Join the Adventure!
Explore British Columbia and Southeast Alaska aboard our 70' yachts and discover ancient native villages, primeval forests, amazing coastal wildlife and like-minded travelers. With over 35 years of experience operating these nature cruises, we are able to provide a world class experience. Featuring unique destinations in British Columbia, these wilderness and wildlife eco-tours are exciting adventures you will not soon forget! Sail the Great Bear Rainforest, Cruise the Queen Charlotte Islands, explore Southeast Alaska...spend a moment with a bear, float among the whales...whatever your adventure, enjoy great nature cruises in British Columbia and Southeast Alaska.
Bluewater Adventures is a pioneer in ecotourism and advocates sustainable tourism practices to all operators on the British Columbia coast. These nature cruises bring people close to a wilderness and wildlife that we are trying to preserve and protect. When you are sailing in the Queen Charlotte Islands, cruising the Great Bear Rainforest, exploring Southeast Alaska or experiencing Northern Vancouver Island, we ensure that we are doing so carefully and are not impacting the wildlife in any way. These unique sailing adventures allow you to get close to nature in a way few in the world can.
HAIDA GWAII - August Departures
Onboard the Island Roamer as you sail through the islands of Haida Gwaii, you will begin to understand the sense of time standing still. This is one of those rare experiences that leaves you wanting more. The whales, the bears, the culture and the sounds of nature will leave you breathless. Enjoy gourmet meals prepared fresh from the galley by our gourmet chefs, help the crew raise the sails, kayak with a group of sea lions...Join us this August and enjoy Haida Gwaii. Prices starting at $ 4200 CDN + applicable taxes. Check out the 2010 Schedule
KERMODE CRUISING - New Departure!
September 6-13, 2010
Due to a scheduling change this week, we are able to offer this additional Great Bear Rainforest departure.See grizzly and black bears and with a little luck - catch a glimpse of the all-white Kermode bear. Enjoy breathtaking scenery, towering waterfalls and lush coastal forests. Visit ancient coastal village sites and talk to local elders about their culture and history. $ 4185 CDN + applicable taxes Book Now!
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Where Bluewater Travels - BC & Southeast Alaska Sailing Adventures
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(You will need a PDF reader to view this) Featured Destinations in BC and Southeast Alaska
The Great Bear Rainforest
Cruise the Great Bear Rainforest in search of the Kermode Bear. A coastal British Columbia nature cruise that will take you to remote areas of the Inside Passage. Search for Grizzly and Black bears & see the Spirit bear!Departs: Bella Bella, BC
Queen Charlotte Islands
Cruise the Queen Charlotte Islands and sail through Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve. Amazing wildlife, old-growth rainforests, hot springs, and ancient Haida native villages. A British Columbia nature cruise similar to no other.Departs: Sandspit, BC
Northern Vancouver Island
Johnstone Strait is the best place in the world to see Orcas / Killer whales. Visit Alert Bay and Village Island, see diverse marine mammals and view Grizzly bears up Knight Inlet! Departs: Port Hardy, BC / Port McNeill, BC
Southeast Alaska
Sail Southeast Alaska with Bluewater on this small ship cruise. Watch humpback whales in Frederick Sound and Chatham Strait , See brown bears. Float among icebergs as see glaciers.Departs: Sitka, Petersburg, Wrangell, Ketchikan, Prince Rupert
Inside Passage / Khutzeymateen
Travel along the central coast's scenic and intricate shoreline. The famed "Inside Passage" named by gold seekers in the 1800's.Departs: Campbell River, Vancouver, Bella Bella, Port Hardy. Khutzeymateen Departs: Prince Rupert
Gulf Islands / Yoga!
These islands provide a lovely variety of marine parks and now form the new Gulf Islands National Park Reserve. See dolphins, seals, sea lions and hopefully whales!Departs: Sidney, BC
| Activities on All Trips | |
| Wildlife & Wilderness Viewing | Wherever we travel, we will exploring areas with abundant wildlife and pristine wilderness. Get absorbed in a beautiful destination and see a diverse range of species. See the Spirit bear, whales, bears, birds, wolves, marine mammals and more. |
| Sailing |
Sailing is another highlight of our voyages. With our focus on wildlife and exploring ashore, we mostly motor at low speeds. Depending on weather and time, we set the sails. |
| Native Culture |
We incorporate the rich history of the coastal First Nations / Native Americans in all of our trips. There are lots of interesting old villages and museums - and you will get the chance to meet local native guides and elders. Tour Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve! |
| Kayaking / Exploring | Each day there is the opportunity to kayak, if you are interested. We anchor in secluded bays and if you want to explore freely on your own, slip into one of our stable sea kayaks. |